The Netherlands have sacked manager Danny Blind following their 2-0 loss to Bulgaria in the World Cup qualifiers.The Dutch side are faltering in their bid to qualify for the tournament in Russia next year, sitting fourth in their group.

The Netherlands have gained just seven points from their five group matches.

They are already six points behind leaders France and three behind second-placed Sweden.

Blind had been in charge of the national team since 2015 after taking over from Guus Hiddink.